Evolve

The Intel Core i9-14900K paired with the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 delivers an extraordinary performance envelope for Evolve, a 2015 FPS title. The benchmark data shows a system that not only clears the 60 FPS playable threshold at every resolution and preset combination tested but does so with substantial headroom, making it a top-tier option for this game. The measured results place this combo at rank 39 out of 3700 tested configurations, indicating that while it is not the absolute peak performer, it sits firmly in the upper echelon of all possible hardware pairings.

Best Settings per Resolution

The data indicates that this combination can push Evolve to its absolute limits at all tested resolutions. The most demanding preset, Ultra, remains comfortably above the 60 FPS playable threshold, meaning there is no need to compromise on visual fidelity for the sake of frame rate.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers an average frame rate of 163 FPS. This is the highest visual quality setting available, and the system handles it with remarkable ease. The frame rate is more than double the playable threshold, suggesting that the CPU and GPU are working well within their limits.

Moving to 2560x1440, the Ultra preset still produces an average of 110.4 FPS. This is a significant drop from the 1080p result, but it remains far above the 60 FPS target. The data shows a smooth experience at the highest settings, with the resolution scaling having a noticeable but not detrimental impact on performance.

At the demanding 3840x2160 resolution, the Ultra preset manages an average of 63.4 FPS. This is the only configuration where the frame rate dips close to the 60 FPS threshold, but it still clears it. The data suggests that Ultra at 4K is the maximum playable setting, with just 3.4 FPS of headroom above the playable threshold. For users seeking a larger margin, the High preset at this resolution offers a much safer average of 91.7 FPS.

CPU and GPU Roles

The performance scaling across resolutions and presets reveals how the workload is distributed between the Intel Core i9-14900K and the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090. The data shows a clear pattern where the GPU becomes increasingly dominant as resolution rises, while the CPU's influence is most apparent at lower resolutions.

At 1920x1080, the frame rates are exceptionally high, with the Low preset hitting 383.7 FPS. The gap between Low and Ultra at this resolution is substantial, a 220.7 FPS difference, which indicates that the system is heavily CPU-bound. The RTX 5090 is capable of rendering far more frames than the CPU can feed it, making the i9-14900K the limiting factor at 1080p.

When scaling to 2560x1440, the frame rates decrease across all presets, but the relative differences remain. The Low preset drops to 257.5 FPS, while Ultra falls to 110.4 FPS. The scaling from 1080p to 1440p shows a reduction of approximately 33% for Low settings, which suggests the GPU is starting to take on more of the workload, though the CPU still plays a significant role.

At 3840x2160, the GPU is clearly the dominant component. The Low preset produces 148.2 FPS, and Ultra drops to 63.4 FPS. The scaling from 1440p to 4K is steep, with Low settings losing over 100 FPS. This indicates that the RTX 5090 is now the primary bottleneck, as the rendering demands at this resolution far outstrip the CPU's ability to influence the frame rate. The data implies that for this game, the CPU is the critical component at lower resolutions, while the GPU dictates performance at 4K.

How This Combo Ranks

The comboRankInGame field places this specific pairing at rank 39 out of 3700 tested combinations. This percentile placement indicates that the Intel Core i9-14900K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 combination performs better than the vast majority of systems in the database for Evolve. The top 1% ranking suggests that this is an exceptionally capable setup for this title.

The data shows that while the combo is not the single fastest configuration, it outperforms nearly 99% of all other tested pairings. This is a strong indicator of balanced high-end performance, where neither the CPU nor the GPU is a weak link. The rank of 39 out of 3700 places it in the top 1.05% of all tested combinations, a position that reflects the high-end nature of both components.

FAQ

Q: Can this system run Evolve at 4K with maximum settings?

A: Yes. The benchmark data shows an average frame rate of 63.4 FPS at 3840x2160 with the Ultra preset, which is above the 60 FPS playable threshold.

Q: What is the best settings preset for 1440p gaming?

A: The Ultra preset is the best choice, as it achieves an average of 110.4 FPS at 2560x1440, providing the highest visual quality while maintaining a frame rate well above 60 FPS.

Q: How much of a performance drop occurs when moving from 1080p to 4K on Ultra settings?

A: The average frame rate falls from 163 FPS at 1920x1080 to 63.4 FPS at 3840x2160, a reduction of 99.6 FPS, or roughly 61% lower performance.

Q: Is the CPU or GPU more important for this game at 1080p?

A: The data suggests the CPU is the limiting factor at 1080p, as the frame rates are extremely high (383.7 FPS on Low) and the GPU has significant headroom, indicating the Intel Core i9-14900K is the primary bottleneck.

Q: Are all presets playable at 2560x1440?

A: Yes, all four presets (Low, Medium, High, and Ultra) produce average frame rates above 60 FPS, with the lowest being Ultra at 110.4 FPS.

Q: How does this combo rank compared to other tested systems?

A: It ranks 39th out of 3700 tested combinations, placing it in the top 1% of all configurations tested for Evolve.

Measured FPS Breakdown

The measured frame rate data provides a comprehensive view of performance across all resolutions and settings. Each entry represents the average frame rate observed during testing.

At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset yields an average of 63.4 FPS. The High preset improves this to 91.7 FPS, while Medium produces 113.9 FPS. The Low preset delivers the highest frame rate at this resolution, with an average of 148.2 FPS.

At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset achieves 110.4 FPS. The High preset scales up to 154.3 FPS, and Medium reaches 197.7 FPS. The Low preset produces a substantial 257.5 FPS, showcasing the GPU's capability at this resolution.

At 1920x1080, the Ultra preset delivers 163 FPS. High settings improve to 234 FPS, and Medium reaches 296.4 FPS. The Low preset produces an exceptional 383.7 FPS, which is the highest frame rate recorded in the entire dataset.

The Verdict

The data unequivocally shows that this PC can run Evolve at every resolution and preset combination tested. The verdictByResolution field confirms that all playable settings are available at each resolution, with the best settings being Ultra in all cases.

At 1920x1080, the system delivers an outstanding 163 FPS on Ultra, providing a massively overkill experience for any display. At 2560x1440, the Ultra preset maintains a very smooth 110.4 FPS, making it an excellent choice for high-refresh-rate monitors. At 3840x2160, the Ultra preset just barely clears the 60 FPS threshold with 63.4 FPS, meaning 4K gaming at maximum quality is possible, though users seeking a more comfortable margin might prefer the High preset at 91.7 FPS.

Overall, this combination of Intel Core i9-14900K and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 is more than capable of running Evolve at maximum settings across all resolutions. The only scenario where performance approaches the playable limit is 4K Ultra, but it still manages to stay above the required threshold.

Similar Performance Alternatives

Examining the nearestRivals data for both the CPU and GPU provides insight into what other hardware would behave similarly to this combination. The Intel Core i9-14900K's closest competitor is the Intel Core i9-14900KF, which has a benchmark score that is 0.3% lower. The Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus is also very close, with a score 0.6% lower. On the higher end, the AMD EPYC 7413 scores 1.2% higher, while the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 scores 1.7% higher.

For the GPU, the NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 16 GB is the nearest rival, with a score 0.3% higher. The NVIDIA Tesla P100 PCIe 12 GB scores 0.6% higher, and the AMD Radeon RX 6850M XT scores 1.1% higher. The AMD Radeon Pro Vega 64X trails slightly, with a score 1.4% lower.

These deltaPct values indicate that the performance differences are minimal, all within a 3.1% range. This suggests that swapping the CPU or GPU for any of these alternatives would result in nearly identical performance in Evolve, with frame rate differences likely being imperceptible in real-world gameplay. The data implies that users with any of these comparable components would see very similar results to the tested combination.